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Reading: Literature3rd Grade

RL.3.9

Compare and contrast the themes, settings, and plots of stories written by the same author about the same or similar characters.

For parents
If your child reads a book series, ask 'How was this adventure different from the last one?'
Free sample questions
  1. Question 1
    Imagine two stories by the same author. The first story is about two friends who live near big buildings and play in a busy park. The second story is about two friends who live on a farm and play near animals in a field. Both stories show how important friendship is. Which part of the stories is clearly different?
    • The lesson they teach
    • The places they happen
    • The people in them
    • The feelings they share
  2. Question 2
    In Story 1, a girl solves a mystery at her school. In Story 2 by the same author, the same girl solves a mystery at a museum. What changed between the stories?
    • The author
    • The main character
    • The type of story
    • The setting and specific plot
  3. Question 3
    An author writes two stories about a character named Rosie. In the first story, Rosie learns that being kind is important. In the second story, Rosie learns that it's okay to ask for help. What literary element is different between these two stories?
    • The main character
    • The lesson or message
    • The time of day
    • The type of animal Rosie meets

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